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Beauty Blogger Sarah McCormickFri, 20 Oct 2017 18:13:09 +0000enhourly1http://wordpress.com/https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/50068978bf0b8aa6027fe3ec599f0da4?s=96&d=https%3A%2F%2Fs2.wp.com%2Fi%2Fbuttonw-com.pngAll Things Beautyhttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com
Beauty Bloggers: Grow Your Twitter Followinghttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/10/20/mom-bloggers-grow-your-twitter-following/
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Since views are important, so then is having a large follower base. Now, there are apps and websites that you can buy followers on – but…why would you want to do that? These ‘followers’ are usually a bunch of fake pages, ‘ghost’ pages, or pages that will spam and hack into your account. No thank you. Plus, my reputation as a mom blogger means more to me than to have a few hundreds (or even thousands) of fake followers.

I have found the perfect solution to the problem, though. Do you want to get real followers? Well, enter Valet.Social – the new way to market your Twitter account.

Twitter has been voted the best tool in social media in terms of growing a brand or business. Most Twitter users are business oriented, and therefore, it only makes sense that you should want to have more followers there than on any other platform on the web.

You can grow your Twitter following without doing anything manual. Just connect your account, start your subscription (free week trial), list accounts similar to yours, let their team do the work and watch the followers come rolling on in.

If you choose to keep the service, and I’m sure you will, there is a $10 per month subscription fee to use the service. You can pay via PayPal, which makes everything easy and secure for everyone.

Now, what are you waiting for? There’s so many opportunities to gain once you have a larger social following – so now is the time to act. If you’re serious about blogging, give this a try. It’s risk free and it’s FREE for a week. I don’t know about you, but I am all in!

Let me know how you like the service in a comment below!

]]>https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/10/20/mom-bloggers-grow-your-twitter-following/feed/0sarahemccormick83valet.pngDIY Skin Care: Biore’ Type Strips from Scratchhttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/10/08/diy-skin-care-biore-type-strips-from-scratch/
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Recipe 1 – Gelatin and Milk

Ingredients:

1TBSP Unflavored Gelatin

1 1/2 TBSP milk

Disposeable cup or container (I like to use Baby Food jars as I have tons)

HOW TO:

You need one tablespoon of a packet of unflavored gelatin (Gelatine brand is what I use and is readily available at most stores – I got mine at Walmart in a 3 or 4 pack for less than $2) and 1 1/2 TBSP milk. Simply mix the concoction in a disposable cup, container or baby food jar like I do, and heat up in the microwave for 15 seconds. From there, spread the mixture across the areas of your face that you’d like to really deep clean as you would with Biore’ strips. Try to shoot for the T-Zone which is the nose, cheeks next to the nose and under the eyes, and the forehead. If need be, you can also do your chin. Try to stay away from the hairline as this will pull at hair. Allow the mixture to completely dry, and then peel to remove. Cleanse your face gently and moisturize.

Recipe 2 – Honey and Milk (Great for more sensitive skin)

Ingredients:

1 TBSP Honey

1 1/2 TBSP Milk

HOW TO:Same as above. Mix both ingredients, heat for 15 seconds, apply to face. Peel and rinse face, and cleanse. Moisturize.

With both of these recipes, your skin is going to feel like a dream afterwards. You can use this recipe on your face as needed, but I would personally recommend once per week.

Thanks for stopping by to read tonight’s blog post. It’s been a while since I’ve come on here and written a post for all of you to enjoy, so I figured now was as good a time as any to get back into the swing of things, what with fall right around the corner and so many fantastic makeup and skin care products to behold with the changing of the season. Fall is absolutely one of my favorite times of year, and I am more than excited that it’s finally arrived!

Tonight, I want to revisit a topic I have touched on a time or two here on the blog in the past, and that’s hydrating your skin. You might think buying whatever cheapie, on sale moisturizing cream you can find at your local Walgreens will work. Well, it might, in a pinch – but do you really trust all of those ingredients you can barely pronounce to save your life? Yeah, didn’t think so. Read on to see what you should be doing to care for your skin – inside and outside.

Hydrate From Within

I can’t stress enough how incredibly important it is to hydrate from within. What this means is, drink water. Lots of it. The more, the better. Your skin cells are constantly regenerating. Without adequate water, those new, beautiful cells are going to look lifeless, dull, and flaky. Water is the key to having beautiful, supple skin that’s able to hold it’s elasticity – and appear hydrated on the outside. Save yourself the itchy, flaky skin – especially this time of year – and drink your 10-12 glasses of H20 per day.

Use Quality Moisturizer

I know what you’re thinking: “But that stuff’s expensive!” And my answer to that is a resounding YAS! It is! However, think about it this way: think of your moisturizer as an investment to your health. You wouldn’t not take a prescription medication your doctor prescribed you for an infection requiring antibiotics, would you? Of course not; on the contrary, you’d want to get those pills in ASAP! Think of your moisturizer as your skin’s prescription, and splurge a bit. You want to put quality ingredients on your skin – because those ingredients will ultimately end up inside your skin, as moisturizers are absorbed into the pores quickly. Personally, I use Forever Flawless White Diamond Collection and have been for the past 2 years now, and I am 100% OBSESSED. Is it expensive? You bet your ass it is. But it’s worth it.

Use Natural Oils

If you just can’t bring yourself to use any type of store bought moisturizer, whether it’s because of the price, or if you just don’t like using products on your skin – you still have an option! Coconut oil is one of the most fantastic moisturizers on the planet – and you can use it in place of any store bought moisturizer, with sometimes better results than you’d get from some of those store bought concoctions. This is also a great option for those with extremely sensitive skin.

So, as you see, it’s important to keep your skin hydrated, moisturized, and clean to ensure wrinkles stay at bay as long as possible. Nobody wants to be 33 looking like they’re 45 because they didn’t take proper care of their skin. Can I get an Amen?

Be sure to check back soon as I will be posting another blog this week.

FORT MYERS, Fla – June 30, 2017 – This summer is going to be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious as Mary Poppins flies onto the Broadway Palm stage now through August 12, 2017. Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Mary and Bert: Chris Duir as Bert and Melissa Whitworth as Mary Poppins

Everyone’s favorite nanny takes the stage in this musical adventure! Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again. Mary Poppinsis an enchanting mixture of an irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and astonishing stagecraft. You’ll hear beloved songs such as Chim Chim Cher-ee, A Spoonful of Sugar and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

Scene from Step In TimeScene from Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

Mary Poppins is playing at Broadway Palm now through August 12, 2017. Performances are Wednesday through Sunday evenings with selected matinees. There is a summer special for children 18 and under, tickets are just $20 for the buffet and the show! Adult ticket prices range from $40 to $65 with discounts for groups of 20 or more. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting BroadwayPalm.com or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

]]>https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/06/30/mary-poppins-flies-onto-the-broadway-palm-stage-pr/feed/0sarahemccormick83image005Mary Poppins Arrival.jpgMary and BertStep In Time.jpgSupercalif....jpgGrowing Long, Luscious Locks: The Right Way to Care for Your Hairhttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/03/30/growing-long-luscious-locks-the-right-way-to-care-for-your-hair/
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I don’t always flat iron my hair, but when I do….this is what it looks like.

So, what exactly does it take to grow long, beautiful, thick hair like mine? Well, a combination of things – but it really isn’t all that difficult to attain. Below are some of the ways I keep my hair in tip top shape – and hopefully, I can help at least one of you have better, more beautiful hair!

Nix The Dye

Hair dye will strip your hair of all of the natural oils it produces, and render your strands weak and breakable. Undoubtedly, breakage will ensue. Hair fallout is also another major issue with dyeing your hair, because your hair will appear thinner in appearance. Bald patches are also a liklihood due to chemical burns from the hair dye. Lastly, and this is the most scary point of all – some people have been shown to be allergic to hair dye, and have had their throats close on them, suffocating before they could receive medical treatment. Treat your hair right and avoid hair dye. Sure, it’s fun to change your hair up and colors are a fun addition to your look – but try to implement these things in other ways rather than subjecting your tresses to undue and irreparable damage. I haven’t dyed my hair in the past 6 years, and it’s in the best shape it’s ever been in!

Don’t Overwash & Choose Sulfate/Pthalate Free

Overwashing your hair is one of the main ways to dehydrate the strands, lead to breakage, remove excess natural oils in the hair which are beneficial to shine and growth, and damage the hair by causing fallout. Personally, I only wash my hair one time per week, unless I am using styling products such as mousse or hairspray, in which case I will wash it one extra time.

When it comes to choosing a shampoo and conditioner, please opt for one that is free of Sulfates and Pthalates. These harmful and harsh chemical additives can strip the hair further, causing more damage. Also, they’re just plain not good for your body.

Deep Conditioning Treatment

You can make your very own deep conditioning hot oil treatment at home with ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen or bathroom. I found some great recipes for hair conditioners here, but I was already using a couple of them every week anyway. Olive oil and coconut oil can be used once a week alone or mixed together, heated up, and applied via massage to the scalp to stimulate the hair follicles and provide the hair with beautiful shine.

Stimulate the Hair Follicles

As mentioned above, stimulating the hair follicles is imperative to hair growth. Many people actually go about this in the wrong way. You can stimulate the hair follicles through soft scalp massage with rosemary oil and coconut oil mixed, or peppermint oil and olive oil mixed, or just dry. You can also do this when you shampoo your hair in the shower.

Go All Natural

Let your hair be what it is! Try wearing it in it’s natural state. Rock that head of curls, pin straight hair, or waves. Be comfortable in your own body and in your own skin. Everyone’s hair is different. And just remember, someone out there is envious of your hair, while you envy someone else’s!

Here are a few pics of my hair in different states. My natural hairstyle believe it or not is the curls in pictures 2 and 3.

Skip the Trim

If you want your hair to grow, common sense tells us that we need to let it grow and not cut it. So why, then, does your hair stylist recommend those constant trims? Trims are great to remove dead ends, but it certainly does not promote growth like they would have you believe. Growth promotes growth. You need to leave your hair alone and just let it do it’s thing. I don’t ever trim my hair, and haven’t since I actually cut it a year ago.

Throw Your Brush Away

You read that right. Toss it. Brushes cause more damage than most of these things combined. Rather than brush your hair, use your fingers with some conditioner in the shower and work your fingers through your hair. If you have exceptionally tangly hair, invest in a detangler spray or use some coconut oil throughout your hair and work out any knots you encounter. I never brush my hair. In fact, the last time I did was probably 3 years ago!

Skip the Heat Tools

Heat tools can cause crazy amounts of damage to your strands. Also, choosing the proper type of heating tools for your hair type is of the utmost importance, if you are going to use heat styling tools. These types of tools consist of curling irons, flat irons, blow dryers, crimpers, and more. I do flat iron my hair once every week and occasionally blow dry my hair as well, but the tools I have and use are appropriate for my thick, long hair. I use a ceramide flat iron and a ceramic blow dryer, which keeps my hair safe in the event I do use those tools.

Protect Your Hair

Last but certainly not least, protecting your hair is key. If you live in a place where it’s sunny all the time, don’t leave the house without spraying on some SPF for your hair. Yes, that’s a thing and it’s utterly important. I always spritz some on my hair before I leave for the day to keep it in the best condition it can be in without damage. Also, when you do choose to heat style, use products specifically meant for heat styling to prevent your hair from heat damage.

These are just some of the things you can do to grow longer, thicker hair quicker. It’s not necessarily terribly difficult to grow long, beautiful hair, but it can be a bit time consuming. Having patience is key. If you are doing all or even some of the things I mentioned above, you’re on the road to beautiful, silky hair and will arrive to your final destination in no time.

]]>https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2017/03/30/growing-long-luscious-locks-the-right-way-to-care-for-your-hair/feed/0sarahemccormick832.jpg16234-DEFAULT-l.jpgCharlotte Tilbury: Scent of a Dream Reviewhttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/25/charlotte-tilbury-scent-of-a-dream-review/
https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/25/charlotte-tilbury-scent-of-a-dream-review/#respondWed, 26 Oct 2016 02:31:00 +0000http://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/?p=1232Continue reading Charlotte Tilbury: Scent of a Dream Review]]>I was excited to receive a sample of the Charlotte Tilbury ‘Scent of a Dream’ in the mail, lightning fast and shipped directly to me from Charlotte Tilbury herself. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect in terms of scent, only that this perfume was supposed to scream ‘SEXY’!The bottle looks a bit crystalline and I love the classic look to it. It’s very old glam. Once I received the sample and opened the bottle, the first thing that hit me was what a stunning, different scent this was. I could instantly detect high notes of a woodsy, musky scent, as well as a bit of peach. I could also detect what seemed to be Patchouli. I was right on both counts. Apparently, the top notes within this perfume are peach, lemon, and black pepper. The mid-notes are jasmine, frankincense, tuberose and violet, and base notes of fire tree, patchouli, and ambroxan.

This is an incredibly sophisticated scent, and I wouldn’t recommend wearing it for anything other than an evening out, or for an intimate evening in. This scent is every bit as sexy as the claims that were made of it. The longer it sits on your skin and has a chance to work and change with your pH, or, ‘dry down’ as it’s called, the better it smells. I loved the scent the more it sat on my skin, and by the next morning I loved it even more. I can’t explain how incredibly satisfying this scent is.

This scent does not have anything citrusy or light about it at all. Make no mistake, its a thick layered scent that can only be described as black and mild cigars meets a glass of wine. Seriously, just try it for yourself. If you like a musk, woodsy scent, the scent of patchouli, and other deep floral scents, and like a strong perfume that lasts without being overpowering, this is the one for you.

]]>https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/25/charlotte-tilbury-scent-of-a-dream-review/feed/0sarahemccormick83master-soad-bottle-image.jpgGIVEAWAY: Hair Sugar London Dry Shampoohttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/15/giveaway-hair-sugar-london-dry-shampoo/
https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/15/giveaway-hair-sugar-london-dry-shampoo/#commentsSat, 15 Oct 2016 20:49:43 +0000http://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/?p=1196]]>As promised, I am back with a fantastic giveaway to post for all of you!

HAIR SUGAR LONDON, London’s premiere luxury dry shampoo company, approached me and offered me the opportunity to work together on a collaborative giveaway. They wanted to sponsor this post so that I could offer my readers their own chance to get in on the Hair Sugar train. Today, I’ve got a few vials of their amazing dry shampoo to give away.

How’s that for sweet?

Here they are out of the boxes. They are super pretty, brand new, and ready to be shipped out to you!

These are the shades I have to give away today. That’s 4 vials for 4 lucky ladies! They retail for $24 each, and you can buy refills once you run out. The refill retails for $12.

I have the following colors:

Soft Blonde

Dark Brown

Nearly Black

Medium Brown

I am making it super easy to enter. Just leave a comment below telling me why you want to win, and disclose what color you would need. Also, you must be a follower of my blog. I will pick 4 random winners next Saturday night – October 22nd – so you have 1 week to enter.

I am so excited to be hosting this giveaway, courtesy of Hair Sugar London! May all who enter have good luck!

It’s October! Can you believe it? That means sweater weather, fall hair styles, darker hair, smokey eyes, leggings and boots. Oh, and let’s not forget pumpkin everything, and hot chocolate! Okay, so, maybe the boots and sweaters not so much here in South Florida, but I will be the 1% who you see trying. I will undoubtedly melt in the sun, but still.

Life is going pretty amazing, and I couldn’t be happier. I have a beautiful family and a blessed life. What could be better?

Since he’s so darn adorable, I’m here to bless you with a few more updated pictures of my sweet baby boy, who is now 7.5 months old! Time is flying right in by. He is getting 3 teeth at once, sits on his own, is trying to crawl and makes life 100 times better just by his gorgeous face smiling at me every morning. There’s nobody better to fall asleep hugging and holding, or to wake than this little guy!

He and his daddy (twins, obviously)Mama’s little loveDressed all Vintage, circa 1920’sHappiest baby ever!Playing with toys

Obviously, I’m obsessed.

I have a brand new beauty post coming this week. STAY TUNED!

Xo

]]>https://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/10/03/update-on-baby-richi/feed/2sarahemccormick83img_20160924_170122IMG_20160922_111848.jpgimg_20160916_08353720160923_084930-1.jpg20160929_141448.jpgA Long Time Cominghttps://beautybloggersarah.wordpress.com/2016/04/13/a-long-time-coming/
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It has been such a long time since I have written a post – since last July, I believe! I thought I had written a post detailing the fact that I would be on hiatus for a while due to the fact that I had some exciting news – I was pregnant! I wanted to spend all of my time focusing on my pregnancy, and enjoy every minute of it. And that’s exactly what I did. ☺

My baby boy was born February 16th, 7 weeks earlier than expected. He spent a month in the NICU at one of the best hospitals in the area, in a level 3 room – the area of the NICU where the babies require the most critical care. He made leaps and bounds in a very short amount of time, and after 3 weeks, he was transferred to a level 2 NICU and spent about a week and a half there. My baby boy underwent many rigorous, painful tests, multiple IV placements all over his tiny body every day, breathing treatments with a CPAP machine, was hooked and is still hooked to monitors to track bradycardia episodes – a dip in his heart rate. He is doing fabulous at this point, though, and is growing stronger every day.

He has been home for about 3 weeks, and he has been such a blessing in our lives. I can’t imagine my life without him in it at this point. I am obsessed and in love with my sweet baby.

Meet Richard III!

This was right after he was born. As you can see, he was pretty bad off. It was heart wrenching to see him this way.

This is my sweet, beautiful baby boy now:

He is now 11 lbs and growing strong!

I look forward to posting occasionally, and I hope to hear from you ladies in some comments! Xo Much love!